Hsia, US

Albert Y. Hsia, Cambridge, MA US

Andy Hsia, Ann Arbor, MI US

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20130282233

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM - The present disclosure discloses a system and method for monitoring tire pressure. The system includes a sensor, configured to sense a tire pressure over known time intervals, and generate corresponding pressure signals. Further, a controller, connected to the sensor receives the pressure signals over the known time intervals, subsequently converting the pressure signals into a compatible format, further processing and storing the processed signals in a memory. The controller is configured to include a calculating module, which is in turn configured to calculate a rate of change of the tire pressure and display the rate of change in tire pressure through a feedback interface connected to the controller.

10-24-2013

Andy Chuan Hsia, Ann Arbor, MI US

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20130297164

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A BRAKE SYSTEM IN A VEHICLE - A method for controlling a brake system in a vehicle includes using a first brake pedal map when the vehicle has a first load; the first brake pedal map allows a first predetermined non-friction braking torque to be reached. The method further includes using a second brake pedal map allowing a second predetermined non-friction braking torque, lower than the first predetermined non-friction braking torque, to be reached. The second brake pedal map is used when the vehicle has a second load lower than the first load.

11-07-2013

20130297165

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A BRAKE SYSTEM IN A VEHICLE - A method for controlling a brake system in a vehicle includes providing a first non-friction braking torque for an axle of the vehicle when the vehicle has a first load. A second non-friction braking torque lower than the first non-friction braking torque is provided for the axle when the vehicle has a second load lower than the first load. Non-friction braking at the axle is limited by the first and second non-friction braking torques when the vehicle has the first and second loads, respectively.

11-07-2013

Calvin Hsia, Redmond, WA US

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20090164935

SYMBOL LISTS FOR GRAMMAR-DRIVEN DATA ENTRY - In a data entry environment constrained by a symbolic grammar, a data entry position in the data set may be amenable to the insertion of a subset of symbols in compliance with the grammar. Also, the grammar may or may not permit the insertion of a value of one or more types at the data entry position of the data set. In order to facilitate grammatically correct data entry, a symbol list may be presented that indicates the grammatically valid symbols for the symbolic context of the data entry position, as well as the validity of the insertion of a value at the data entry position. The symbol list may also permit the selection of a symbol list option, and may insert the selected symbol or value at the data entry position. Various symbol list option selection inputs may be associated with the symbol list options to facilitate and economize data entry, and the association may be adapted based on whether or not a value is permitted at the data entry position. Several variations of these techniques are discussed relating to the use of symbol lists in various data entry and grammar scenarios, the presentation of the symbol lists, and the user interaction with the symbol lists.

06-25-2009

20130054923

AUTOMATIC MEMORY LEAK DETECTION - Memory leak detection can be automated by assigning and recording an increasing sequence number to each memory allocation requested by an action. Call stacks associated with the action are also recorded. Several repetitions of the action can be executed. Allocations that occur in each action and that have similar or matching callstacks are defined as leaks. Allocations that do not have matches can be ignored.

02-28-2013

20130054925

MEMORY ALLOCATION TRACKING - The subject disclosure relates to tracking and/or auditing memory allocations for one or more computer-implemented processes. In particular, memory allocation commands as well as memory free commands, both native and managed, can be intercepted. As such, a tag can be created that can be associated with a particular memory allocation. This tag can include various information that can more robustly describe the current state of system memory. Moreover, the tag can be deleted as an associated memory free command is received. Thus, as memory is freed and therefore no longer relevant to the current state of system memory, such does not clutter present examination.

02-28-2013

20130054926

MEMORY ALLOCATION ANALYSIS - The subject disclosure relates to analyzing memory allocations for one or more computer-implemented processes. In particular, in conjunction with employing tags for tracking memory allocation commands, currently allocated memory can be examined for various characteristics of inefficient memory use. For example, as memory is initially allocated, a predetermined bit pattern can be written to the newly allocated memory. Thus, detection of the predetermined bit pattern can be indicative of wasted memory use. Moreover, additional features can be provided to both analyze data and present views associated with that analysis relating to identification of memory fragmentation, over-allocation, sparse memory use, duplication of allocations, multiple module loads, and so forth.

02-28-2013

20150032985

MEMORY ALLOCATION ANALYSIS - The subject disclosure relates to analyzing memory allocations for one or more computer-implemented processes. In particular, in conjunction with employing tags for tracking memory allocation commands, currently allocated memory can be examined for various characteristics of inefficient memory use. For example, as memory is initially allocated, a predetermined bit pattern can be written to the newly allocated memory. Thus, detection of the predetermined bit pattern can be indicative of wasted memory use. Moreover, additional features can be provided to both analyze data and present views associated with that analysis relating to identification of memory fragmentation, over-allocation, sparse memory use, duplication of allocations, multiple module loads, and so forth.

Chungho Hsia, Bellevue, WA US

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20140104824

Linear Solid-State Lighting With Degenerate Voltage Sensing Free Of Fire And Shock Hazards - A linear light-emitting diode (LED)-based solid-state universal lamp using a degenerate voltage sensing and control mechanism operates normally in both single-ended and double-ended linear tube lamp fixtures. The degenerate voltage sensing and control mechanism automatically detects power source configuration in the fixture and makes proper management so that the universal lamp works in any fixtures without operational uncertainty or risk of fire. When used with shock protection switches in the two lamp bases at two opposite ends, the universal lamp fully protects a person from possible electric shock during initial installation and re-lamping.

04-17-2014

20140340884

LINEAR SOLID-STATE LIGHTING WITH READILY RETROFITTABLE MODULAR STRUCTURE - A linear light-emitting diode (LED) tube lamp having a readily retrofittable modular structure enables consumers or manufacturers to readily retrofit the lamp by replacing an LED module or internal electronic control units that include an LED driver in maintenance or lamp upgrade without hazards. The readily retrofittable modular structure includes a core assembly in each of lamp bases for easily securing or removing the electronic control unit through a mechanical securing means, and two sets of connection modules for quickly connecting and disconnecting the electronic control unit with the LED module. The readily retrofittable modular structure may use one bi-pin or two bi-pins to connect to the AC mains via pluggable wire for delivering power to the LEDs. Thus, the LLT lamp using the readily retrofittable modular structure may be configured as single-ended, double-ended, or double-ended with double shock-protection switches and can be cost-effectively retrofitted after initial installation.

11-20-2014

20150049476

SOLID-STATE LIGHTING TROFFER WITH READILY RETROFITTABLE STRUCTURE - A light-emitting diode (LED) troffer adopts LED light sources mounted along two lengthwise sides of an LED module that uses a reflecting diffuser and a diffused light exit window to sufficiently average white light emissions from a plurality of LEDs or to properly mix light emissions from white LEDs at correlated color temperature (CCT) of 6,200±300 K with emissions from LEDs having saturated colors for uniform and tunable CCT light outputs having a consistent intensity or color hue within viewing angles. The troffer adopting a retrofittable design enables single person to readily hang and secure the LED module single-ended on top of the troffer for installation, retrofit, and inspection. The troffer uses such an integrated LED module with a power density less than 0.0127 W/cm

02-19-2015

20150061542

Linear Solid-State Lighting With Ballast Free Of Electric Shock Hazard - A linear light-emitting diode (LED)-based solid-state lamp using an AC current control scheme and shock protection switches operates normally with an electronic ballast. Due to the use of shock protection switches in the two lamp bases at two opposite ends, the ballast-compatible LED lamp fully protects a person from possible electric shock during initial installation, maintenance, and re-lamping no matter what the rated power and the brand of the LLT lamp are and no matter whether the electronic ballast is existing used ones that may be incompatible with the lamp or faulty, leading to an unacceptable leakage current.

03-05-2015

Constance Y. Hsia, New York, NY US

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20100055116

Methods and Compositions for Targeting c-Rel - The present invention relates to compositions and methods for targeting c-Rel. In particular, the present invention provides compositions and methods for treating cancers, inflammatory diseases, autoimmune diseases, and transplant rejection by inhibiting c-Rel activity and for regulating c-Rel for research and drug screening applications.

03-04-2010

David M. Hsia, Bartlett, IL US

Apparatus and Method for Protecting Against Fouling of an Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve - This invention relates to a method for protecting an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve from fouling due to hydrocarbon condensation at low EGR cooler outlet exhaust temperatures. In modern internal combustion engines exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves provide a means to recirculate exhaust gases into the intake air stream. The EGR valve regulates the flow of exhaust gas entering the stream. The EGR valve can experience fouling due to the condensation of hydrocarbons at low EGR cooler outlet exhaust temperatures. Typically, fouling occurs when the internal combustion engine is operating at relatively low temperatures, namely during low speed and/or low torque operations. The effects of fouling an EGR valve include higher emission levels, reduction in fuel economy, and rough idling.

02-24-2011

20110048389

EMG Temp Signal Model Based On EGRC Out Temp For EGR System Anti-Fouling Protection - An EGR control method to prevent condensation within the EGR system uses a temperature sensor signal from an EGR cooler exhaust gas outlet to model or estimate exhaust manifold gas temperature upstream of the cooler. If the estimated exhaust manifold gas temperature falls below a predetermined level, the engine control system closes or partially closes the EGR control valve to stop EGR flow through the cooler and the EGR valve.

03-03-2011

Eddy S. Hsia, Sammamish, WA US

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20120151582

Offline Scan, Clean and Telemetry Using Installed Antimalware Protection Components - The subject disclosure relates to antimalware scanning, and more particularly to offline antimalware scanning of a host environment via an alternate, known safe operating system. An offline scanning product obtains data previously written by the host environment online antimalware scanning tool, e.g., configuration data and antimalware signatures in shared data stores accessible to the offline and online products, and uses that data to perform the offline antimalware scan. The offline scanning product writes results information and any quarantined files to other shared data stores, whereby the online environment, when rebooted, has access to the information, such as for review and to upload telemetry information to an online service for analysis. Also described is offline replacement of operating system files that cannot be cleaned or removed when online.

06-14-2012

Grace Hsia, Troy, MI US

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20140261380

PHASE CHANGE HEAT PACKS - A heat pack includes a housing, a first phase change material (PCM) that is contained in the housing, and a thermal storage buffer that is contained in the housing. The thermal storage buffer includes a second PCM. An initiator is in operative contact with the first PCM. Activation of the initiator causes crystallization of the first PCM, and the first PCM cooperates with the thermal storage buffer to provide heat at a predetermined temperature range upon crystallization of the first PCM.

09-18-2014

James C. Hsia, Weston, MA US

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20080215040

VARIABLE DEPTH SKIN HEATING WITH LASERS - Treating biological tissue can include selecting parameter for electromagnetic radiation based on at least one parameter of a target region within the biological tissue. Treating biological tissue also includes methods, systems, and kits for delivering the electromagnetic radiation through a surface of the biological tissue to the target region to induce within the target region a sub-surface thermal injury characterized, for example, by a desired degree and a desired depth and confining the sub-surface thermal injury to substantially within the target region.

09-04-2008

20080221649

Method of sequentially treating tissue - A treatment for deep tissue using long effective pulse durations is described. Fatty tissue can be treated by delivering a beam of radiation to a subcutaneous fat region disposed relative to a dermal interface in a target region of skin. Radiation is delivered to a first region of tissue as by exposure to pulses of the beam of radiation in a stacked fashion. Between successive exposures of the first region of tissue, other regions of tissue are exposed to the beam of radiation.

09-11-2008

20080269733

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATING WRINKLES IN SKIN USING RADIATION - A method for treating wrinkles in skin involves the use of a beam of pulsed, scanned or gated continuous wave laser or incoherent radiation. The method comprises generating a beam of radiation, directing the beam of radiation to a targeted dermal region between 100 microns and 1.2 millimeters below a wrinkle in the skin, and thermally injuring collagen in the targeted dermal region. The beam of radiation has a wavelength of between 1.3 and 1.8 microns. The method may include cooling an area of the skin above the targeted dermal region while partially denaturing the collagen in the targeted dermal region. The method may also include cooling an area of the skin above the targeted dermal region prior to thermally injuring collagen in the targeted dermal region.

10-30-2008

20080269734

Optical Array for Treating Biological Tissue - Skin can be treated by penetrating an epidermis of the skin with a plurality of waveguides. Each waveguide has an end, which is positioned within a dermis of the skin. Electromagnetic radiation can be delivered through the plurality of waveguides to the dermis having a port wine stain for a time sufficient to selectively destroy a cutaneous blood vessel within the port wine stain. The time is less than a thermal diffusion time between the epidermis and the dermis to prevent forming substantial unwanted thermal injury within the epidermis.

10-30-2008

20080269735

Optical array for treating biological tissue - An apparatus can treat biological tissue using a base member, a plurality of needles, and a plurality of fiber optics. The plurality of needles extend from the base member. Each needle defines a bore capable of receiving a fiber optic and has an end. The plurality of needles form an array capable of penetrating a biological tissue and positioning each end within a subsurface volume of the biological tissue. Each fiber optic is adapted for insertion into the bore of each needle, and each fiber optic is capable of delivering electromagnetic radiation to the subsurface volume of the biological tissue to treat the biological tissue.

10-30-2008

20110015549

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATING A DISEASED NAIL - A diseased nail is treated using electromagnetic radiation and/or other forms of energy that are applied to the diseased area to eliminate, substantially eliminate or effectively reduce the source of disease in the nail. A sensor can be used to ensure proper placement of an applicator that applies the energy to the diseased area of the nail. A temperature monitor can be employed to monitor changes or temperature levels and then adjust the energy application accordingly. In additional, manual forms of adjustment can be used to control the application of energy.

TREATMENT OF SKIN BY SPATIAL MODULATION OF THERMAL HEATING - Treating skin can include delivering a beam of radiation to a target region of the skin to cause a zone of thermal injury including a lateral pattern of varying depths of thermal injury distributed along the target region. The lateral pattern includes at least one first sub-zone of a first depth of thermal injury laterally adjacent to at least one second sub-zone of a second depth of thermal injury. The first depth is greater than the second depth. The at least one first sub-zone of the first depth and the at least one second sub-zone of the second depth extend from a surface of the target region of the skin to form a substantially continuous surface thermal injury. The at least one first sub-zone of the first depth and the at least one second sub-zone of the second depth are substantially heated to at least a critical temperature.

12-06-2012

20130072914

Skin Resurfacing at 1930 NM - Non-ablative skin resurfacing can include generating electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength of about 1920 nm to about 1950 nm and a fluence of about 3 J/cm

03-21-2013

Patent applications by James C. Hsia, Weston, MA US

K. Jimmy Hsia, Champaign, IL US

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20140026686

Cell Mass Measurement and Apparatus - Provided herein are sensors and methods for determining properties of single cells, such as cell mass. Sensors disclosed herein include resonant sensors having a suspended platform designed to exhibit a uniform vibration amplitude. Methods are also disclosed for measuring changes in cell mass, changes in cell number, changes in cell viscosity and changes in cell elasticity.

01-30-2014

Kuen J. Hsia, Champaign, IL US

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20150099116

CHIRAL STRUCTURE, METHOD OF MAKING A CHIRAL STRUCTURE, AND ROLLED-UP STRUCTURE WITH MODULATED CURVATURE - A chiral structure comprises an elongate strip in a rolled configuration about a longitudinal axis, where the rolled configuration is a helical configuration comprising a non-zero helix angle. The elongate strip comprises an amorphous or a polycrystalline material. A rolled-up structure with modulated curvature comprises a sheet comprising an amorphous or polycrystalline material in a rolled configuration about a longitudinal axis, where the sheet comprises a thickness t and the rolled configuration comprises an inner diameter D. An inner diameter-to-thickness ratio D/t of the rolled-up structure is no greater than about 40.

04-09-2015

Kuo-Ting Hsia, Palm City, FL US

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20130202445

TURBINE BLADE HAVING IMPROVED FLUTTER CAPABILITY AND INCREASED TURBINE STAGE OUTPUT - A turbine blade, airfoil configuration, and rotor stage are disclosed in which through the airfoil profile disclosed in Table 1, a modification in airfoil flutter and swirl are achieved. Through the airfoil configuration, the swirl and improved platform sealing configuration, result in the turbine blades having the airfoil profile with an increased performance output from the turbine.

08-08-2013

Ming Min Hsia, Loudonville, NY US

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20110312995

BRIDGED AND FUSED HETEROCYCLIC ANTIDIABETIC COMPOUNDS - This invention provides for certain bridged and fused heterocyclic compounds of the formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, ester solvate or prodrug thereof wherein: L is: (II) and the other variables are defined herein; the inventive compounds are agonists of the G-protein coupled receptor 40 (GPR40, also known as free fatty acid receptor FFAR). This invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and the use of these compounds to regulate insulin levels in a mammal. The compounds may be used, for example in the prevention and treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus and in the prevention and treatment of conditions related to Type 2 diabetes mellitus, such as insulin resistance, obesity and lipid disorders.

12-22-2011

20110313008

PENTAFLUOROSULPHOLANE-CONTAINING ANTIDIABETIC COMPOUNDS - This invention provides for certain pentafluorosulpholane-containing compounds of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, ester, solvate or prodrug thereof, wherein the variables are defined herein; the inventive compounds are agonists of the G-protein coupled receptor 40 (GPR40, also known as free fatty acid receptor FFAR). This invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and the use of these compounds to regulate insulin levels in a mammal. The compounds may be used, for example in the prevention and treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus and in the prevention and treatment of conditions related to Type 2 diabetes mellitus, such as insulin resistance, obesity and lipid disorders.

Nelson Hsia, Lexington, MA US

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20150098933

TRUNCATED LYSOSOMAL ACID LIPASE - Recombinant human lysosomal acid lipase (rhLAL) containing an N-terminal truncation, a composition of truncated recombinant human LAL (TLAL), an isolated mixture comprising TLAL and at least one other form of rhLAL are disclosed. A method of purifying TLAL from a mixture of LAL proteins, pharmaceutical compositions comprising TLAL and methods of producing TLAL are further disclosed.

04-09-2015

Sung L. Hsia, Miami, FL US

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20140023627

TOPICAL CO-ENZYME Q10 FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Topical formulations of CoQ10 reduce the rate of tumor growth in an animcal subject. In the experiments described herein, CoQ10 was shown to increase the rate of apoptosis in a culture of skin cancer cells but not normal cells. Moreover, treatment of tumor-bearing animals with a topical formulation of CoQ10 was shown to dramatically reduce the rate of tumor growth in the animals.

01-23-2014

Sung Lan Hsia, Miami, FL US

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20080299100

Topical Co-Enzyme Q10 Formulations and Methods of Use - Topical formulations of CoQ10 reduce the rate of tumor growth in an animal subject. In the experiments described herein, CoQ10 was shown to increase the rate of apoptosis in a culture of skin cancer cells but not normal cells. Moreover, treatment of tumor-bearing animals with a topical formulation of CoQ10 was shown to dramatically reduce the rate of tumor growth in the animals.

TOPICAL CO-ENZYME Q10 FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Topical formulations of CoQ10 reduce the rate of tumor growth in an animal subject. In the experiments described herein, CoQ10 was shown to increase the rate of apoptosis in a culture of skin cancer cells but not normal cells. Moreover, treatment of tumor-bearing animals with a topical formulation of CoQ10 was shown to dramatically reduce the rate of tumor growth in the animals.

06-28-2012

20120201801

TOPICAL CO-ENZYME Q10 FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Topical formulations of CoQ10 reduce the rate of tumor growth in an animal subject. In the experiments described herein, CoQ10 was shown to increase the rate of apoptosis in a culture of skin cancer cells but not normal cells. Moreover, treatment of tumor-bearing animals with a topical formulation of CoQ10 was shown to dramatically reduce the rate of tumor growth in the animals.

08-09-2012

20130189237

CO-ENZYME Q10 FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Topical formulations of CoQ10 reduce the rate of tumor growth in an animal subject. In the experiments described herein, CoQ10 was shown to increase the rate of apoptosis in a culture of skin cancer cells but not normal cells. Moreover, treatment of tumor-bearing animals with a topical formulation of CoQ10 was shown to dramatically reduce the rate of tumor growth in the animals.

07-25-2013

20140255372

CO-ENZYME Q10 FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Topical formulations of CoQ10 reduce the rate of tumor growth in an animal subject. In the experiments described herein, CoQ10 was shown to increase the rate of apoptosis in a culture of skin cancer cells but not normal cells. Moreover, treatment of tumor-bearing animals with a topical formulation of CoQ10 was shown to dramatically reduce the rate of tumor growth in the animals.

Ta-Chung Hsia, Chesterfield, MO US

Yiao-Tee Hsia, Wexford, PA US

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20090245078

LUBRICANT FOR DATA SENSING INTERFACE AND METHOD OF LUBRICATION - A data sensing interface comprising a surface of a recording medium and a tip of a data sensor positioned to sense data stored on the recording medium and a layer of polyphenyl ether disposed between the tip and the surface to function as a lubricant. A method of reducing wear within the data sensing interface includes providing a layer of polyphenyl ether between the tip of the data sensor and the surface of the recording medium to act as a lubricant.

10-01-2009

20090263592

PLASMA-ENHANCED CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION OF ADVANCED LUBRICANT FOR THIN FILM STORAGE MEDIUM - A magnetic recording medium including a solid lubricant film containing a plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposited perfluoropolyether is disclosed. Preferably, the solid lubricant is formed in the presence of oxygen and longer fluorocarbon chain to form perfluoropolyether, thereby enhancing the chain flexibility perfluoropolyether and in the presence of a hydrocarbon to stabilize the process, thereby allowing process control.

Yiao-Tee Hsia, Sewickley, PA US

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20090208171

Waveguide For Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording - An apparatus includes a slider mounted on an arm, a first waveguide including a first core guiding layer, a second waveguide mounted on the slider and including a second core guiding layer having a thickness smaller than the thickness of the first core guiding layer, and a coupler for coupling light from the first core guiding layer to the second core guiding layer.